About the B.S. in Environmental Geology and Geohydrology
Environmental geology and geohydrology students take a variety of interesting math,
science and environmental geology courses, including mineralogy, geochemistry, earth
surface processes and more. In addition to their coursework, students may complete
undergraduate research, work with renowned professors and network with professionals.
As you progress through the program, you will also choose elective classes. Our unique
elective options allow you to customize your degree program toward your interests
and ideal career path.
Students are encouraged to choose environmental geology courses that fit their individual
interests and goals. With this in mind, there are many courses outside the Department of Geology and Geophysics that may be substituted for electives within the major. Students should work with
their advisor to determine which classes are right for them.
Students pursuing the B.S. in geology may not also pursue a B.S. in environmental geology and geohydrology as a double
major, and vice versa.
What can you do with an environmental geology and geohydrology degree?
With a degree in environmental geology and geohydrology, you can work in environmental consulting, water resource management energy and resource exploration, geohazard assessment, research, education or government. It’s a path to meaningful, hands-on work that protects people and our planet!
- Environmental Consultant
- Hydrologist
- Geoscientist
- Water Resource Specialist
- Environmental Field Technician
- Geologic Technician
- Soil and Water Conservationist
- Natural Resource Specialist
- Environmental Compliance Specialist
- GIS Technician
- Site Assessment Specialist
- Remediation Technician
- Stormwater Program Technician
- Geological Survey Assistant
- Sustainability Coordinator
- Environmental Health and Safety Technician
- Field Research Assistant
- Hazard Mitigation Planner
- Park Ranger
- Lab Technician
These roles can be found in government agencies, consulting firms, environmental nonprofits,
labs and energy or resource companies.
- Environmental Consulting Companies — ERM, Terracon, TriHydro
- State and Federal Government Agencies — USGS, BLM, Wyoming State Engineers Office
- Water Management Authorities — Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality
- Conservation Groups — Citizens' Climate Lobby, Wyoming Association of Conservation Districts
- Mining & Energy Companies — Chevron, Laramie Energy LLC
- Academic and Research Institutions — University of Wyoming; University of Texas; Stanford University
Many of our majors have gone on to enroll in exciting graduate programs at prestigious institutions, including:
- Stanford University
- University of Texas
- University of Wyoming
- Colorado School of Mines
- University of Colorado Boulder
- and more!
The Department of Geology and Geophysics is composed of Humboldt Fellows, journal editors, Presidents of geoscience professional societies, a Carnegie Professor of the Year and a National Science Foundation division director. Our faculty is not only experienced but also highly accomplished. They’ve won 4 National Science Foundation (NSF) career awards, as well as the Society of Exploration Geophysicist junior career award and the EAGE junior career award.
“My professors invested in my future and were always there to help me learn, their guidance was pivotal in my growth as a geologist. The department's flexibility allowed me to focus on classes that I was passionate about and through the program I developed the confidence to help me succeed beyond college."
- Mike J. Burkhart, EGGH Graduate
